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Tinubu’s team shuts down fake chief of staff swap rumors
Fake news spread online says the Nigerian President switched his Chief of Staff. The presidency had to publicly deny these rumors, stating that Femi Gbajabiamila remains in the Chief of Staff role and was not replaced by Hakeem Muri-Okunola, who is the Principal Private Secretary. The President's adviser, Bayo Onanuga, released an official statement calling the viral social media posts a complete fabrication. He accused the sources of spreading falsehoods to create internal government conflict. The statement emphasized that both Gbajabiamila and Muri-Okunola are still in their current positions. Onanuga also used the opportunity to criticize the spread of misinformation, urging media outlets and the public to properly verify stories...
Offa shaken by blast debris, no casualties reported
An explosion in Nigeria has people pointing fingers at a US missile strike. Panic spread through the town of Offa in Kwara State after two loud blasts happened around midnight, damaging property near the local Eid prayer ground and a hotel called Solid Worth. Security officials cordoned off both sites and found an unexploded device at one location. The local government chairman, Suleiman Olatunji Omituntun, visited the scene and told residents to stay calm while an investigation was underway. These events followed an announcement by the United States about conducting airstrikes against ISIS targets in northwest Nigeria, specifically in Sokoto State, which is over five hundred kilometers away. An unnamed security source suggested the...
Saiyami Kher learns clarity from Priyadarshan’s 99th film
Saiyami Kher just finished shooting a movie with some serious star power. The actress wrapped her schedule for a film called Haiwaan, directed by Priyadarshan and co-starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan. She called the project a series of firsts for her, marking her initial collaborations with the director and both lead actors, as well as her debut in this specific genre. Kher shared her experiences on social media, describing Priyadarshan's direction as a masterclass in clarity and calm precision gained from his vast experience. She had specific praise for each of her famous co-stars. Kher said Saif Ali Khan kept the mood light between shots with a sharp sense of humor and entertaining stories, but would switch instantly to a...
Chitrangda Singh skips parties for farm life reset
Chitrangda Singh is ditching the party scene for farm life this New Year's. The actress revealed her plans involve a quiet week away from the city with her family, focusing on simple activities without any big celebrations. She specifically mentioned staying on a farm to experience that kind of routine. Singh was last seen in a crime thriller sequel titled Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, which featured actors like Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Radhika Apte. In that film, her character is part of a wealthy, secretive family investigated by a determined inspector after a mysterious death. Her next project is a major shift in genre. Singh will star alongside Salman Khan in a film called Battle of Galwan. This movie is based on a real...
Ravi Dubey’s date night doubles as banner birthday bash
Ravi Dubey posted a date night pic celebrating his production company. The actor shared loved-up photos with his wife, actress Sargun Mehta, on Instagram, marking one year for their banner Dreamiyata. He co-founded the production house with Mehta back in 2019, and they have since backed projects like the TV series Udaariyaan. His caption simply mentioned the date night and the anniversary before signing off. His next major acting role is a big one. Dubey is set to portray the character Lakshmana in a huge upcoming two-part film adaptation of the Ramayana. The project boasts a massive cast, including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Raavan, and Sai Pallavi as Sita. Other stars like Sunny Deol, Amitabh Bachchan, and Lara Dutta are also...
Juhi Babbar ditches drama for Delhi family
Juhi Babbar found a role that wasn't just another serious drama. The actress, who is the daughter of Raj Babbar, recently talked about her experience working on a movie called The Great Shamsuddin Family. She posted some pictures from a dubbing session on her Instagram, explaining that this project was a nice change from her usual intense parts. Juhi gave credit to the film's director, Anusha Rizvi, for allowing her the creative freedom to experiment with a wider range of emotions and expressions during filming. She admitted her character still had some heavy scenes, but she loved focusing on the lighter moments. The film itself is a slice-of-life story shot completely in Delhi. It focuses on the everyday humor and chaos within a...
Big B binges cookies, stays booked during Christmas
Big B got obsessed with some next-level Christmas cookies. The iconic actor Amitabh Bachchan posted extensively on his personal blog about his holiday fixation, specifically praising treats from a brand called HouseofDoh. He described the irresistible smell of fresh dough and baked goods filling his kitchen, declaring the cookies so delicious he immediately ordered more after finishing his first batch. He wrote parts of his entry in Hindi, expressing how his taste buds were utterly tempted, leading him to keep placing additional orders to savor the tasty snacks. Even while indulging, the megastar emphasized his relentless professional drive. He wrote about the persistent stress of deadlines and the need to complete projects on...
Alia Bhatt's Christmas glow up, spy missions next
Alia Bhatt just posted a holiday family photo dump. The Bollywood actress shared images from her Christmas celebration on Instagram, showing her with a bunch of relatives. The group included her mother, Soni Razdan, her sister Shaheen Bhatt, her husband Ranbir Kapoor, and their young daughter Raha. Also in the pictures were her mother-in-law, Neetu Kapoor, and her sister-in-law, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni. Alia and Ranbir got married a few years back and had their child, Raha, later that same year. Her simple caption for the festive post mentioned being wrapped in love for the 2025 holidays. The actress is staying busy with movie projects. She recently starred in a film called Jigra and is currently working on her next role. That project is...
Cardi B wrangles four kids at Christmas
Cardi B's holiday pics are pure, beautiful. The rapper, whose legal name is Belcalis Almanzar, posted some family moments from her first Christmas as a mother of four children. The photos featured her kids: daughter Kulture, son Wave, younger daughter Blossom, and her newest infant son, whose name she has not shared publicly yet. She had the baby boy in November with her boyfriend, NFL player Stefon Diggs. Her three older kids are from her previous marriage to the rapper Offset. In one typical family scene, Cardi stood holding the newborn by a Christmas tree while Wave watched his sister Kulture try to carry a crying Blossom. She recently gave birth to the baby, her first with Diggs, early in November. The rapper first showed the child...
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